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Some Selected Reports from The Windsor and Eton Express
Saturday, September 5, 1835.
WINDSOR AND ETON.
In Residence at Windsor, the Rev. Mr. PROBY.
In Residence at Eton, the Rev. Mr. PLUMTRE.
THEIR MAJESTIES.
WINDSOR, Saturday Evening,
Yesterday His Majesty rode out in his pony phaeton in the morning and afternoon. The Queen accompanied by the ladies of her suite walked to Adelaide Cottage.
This morning the King again rode out in his pony phaeton, and in the afternoon went out in a carriage and four, accompanied by the Queen, the Duchess of Saxe Weimar, and her two children.
Prince Ernest of Philipsthal went to London this morning, and returned again to the Castle this evening to dinner.
Sir Horace Seymour and Dowager Lady Clinton left the Castle this day. Colonel Bowater relieved Sir H. Seymour as Equerry in Waiting.
Lady Wellesley and Miss Boyle as Lady in Waiting and Maid of Honour, have arrived at the Castle.
On Monday their Majesties go to Bushy.
On Saturday evening the ceremony of an Investiture of the most Honourable Order of the Bath was held by his Majesty, as Sovereign of the Order, at the Castle, at which his Serene Highness Prince Ernest of Philipsthal was invested with the ensigns of Honorary Grand Cross of the Order, and Lord Auckland with those of a Civil Knight Grand Cross. The Knights Grand Crosses having been robed in the grand chamber, their names were called over, and they proceeded in the following order to the presence of the Sovereign, in St.George's Hall.- The Gentleman Usher of the Order, the Dukes of Cumberland and Cambridge, the Duke of Wellington, Viscount Strangford, Viscount Beresford, Lord Hill, Lord Cowley, Sir Edward Paget, Viscount Combermere, Marquis of Londonderry, Sir William Clinton, Sir George Murray, Sir Charles Colville, Sir James Kempt, Sir George Walker, Sir Thomas Hislop, Lord Howard of Effingham, Earl of Rosslyn, Lord Farnborough, Sir Charles Bagot, Sir George Martin, Sir Harry Neale, Sir B. Martin, Sir Edward Barnes, Lord Strafford, Sir William Houstoun, Sir Stratford Canning, Sir Robert Stopford, Sir William Lumley, Sir Willoughby Gordon, Sir Thomas Hardy, Viscount Palmerston, Sir Thomas Daines, Viscount Canterbury, Sir Herbert Taylor, Sir George Anson, Earl of Minto, Sir J. Wells, Lord Edward Somerset, Sir Edward Stopford, and Lord Amelius Beauclerk. Bath King of Arms, Clarenceux King of Arms, Deputy Register and Secretary. - The serjeants of th foot and horse guards lined the Hall, and His Majesty, surrounded by the Great Officers of the Household, received the Knights in front of the throne of purple and gold. Prince Ernest of Philipsthal was then, by His Majesty's command, introduced by the Junior Knight, Sir Edward Stopford and Lord Amelius Beauclerk, and received the honour of Knighthood, and the riband, badge, and star of the Order, from His Majesty. Lord Auckland was then introduced, and received the honour of Knighthood, and was invested with the ensigns of a Civil Knight Grand Cross of the Order. The Knights and Officers of the Order, the principal Officers of the Royal Household, &c. After dinner, a variety of toasts were given, and salutes were fired from the artillery on the new Terrace. A numerous evening party afterwards assembled in the Castle.
On Sunday His Majesty, attended by a numerous retinue, inspected the two regiments in the Quadrangle, after which the King and Queen attended Divine Service in the Chapel of the Castle. In the afternoon the King drove out accompanied by Lord Farnborough, Sir B. Stephenson, and Sir Jeffery Wyatville. The Duke of Cumberland left the Castle for Kew in the morning.
On Monday their Majesties and suite left the Castle, and spent the afternoon and evening at Kew, after which they returned to the Castle.
On Tuesday the King and Queen, accompanied by Lord and Lady Wharncliffe (who arrived on Monday night) rode out in the Great Park. In the morning the Princess Augusta and Landgravine of Hesse Homberg accompanied the Duchess of Gloucester to Bagshot, to spend a few days there. We are happy to learn that the Princess Augusta is fast recovering from her indisposition.
On Wednesday His Majesty, attended by Sir Herbert Taylor, left the Castle for St.James's, where he held a Levee at two o'clock. The Duke de Numours was introduced by Viscount Palmerston. Prince Ernest also attended the Levee. His Majesty received the Recorder's report of prisoners under sentence of death. In the evening the King returned to Windsor.
His Royal Highness the Duke of Cambridge took his departure for Rotterdam on Wednesday morning, in the General Steam Navigation Companies mail packet the Ramona.
Their Royal Highnesses, the Duchess of Kent and Princess Victoria arrived in town from Tunbridge Wells on Tuesday, and on Thursday they left Kensington Palace on a visit to the Archbishop of York, at Bishopsthorpe, to be present at the York Musical Festival. On their return they will visit the Earl of Harewood at Harewood, the Earl of Fitzwilliam at Wentworth, the Duke of Rutland at Belvoir, the Marquis of Exeter at Burleigh, and Mr. Coke at Holkham.
On Thursday Prince Ernest of Philipsthal arrived at the Castle from London.
THE WINDSOR UNION.
During this week the Overseers have forwarded to every rate-payer, a list of the persons who have been nominated to the officer of Guardians of the Poor. At the foot of the lists is a blank form, which is to be filled up with the five names which each housekeeper may select from the list as being the day of election, the Parish Officers will collect the lists, and declare who may be elected. The following are the names of the Candidates.-
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| Mr. Thomas Adams | Wm. Legh, Esq. |
| - Wm. Astle | Mr. Thos. Noke |
| - James Bedborough | - J. Perkins |
| - Henry Cook | - C. M. Snowden |
| - Fred. Fowler | - R. Sharman |
| - Daniel Hill | - F. Twinch |
| - Wm. Ingalton | - W. J. Voules, Esq. |
The Union is declared, by the Warrant of the Poor Law Commissioners, to be formed from the 7th, and the Guardians immediately on being elected, will commence on their important office. We have been among those who have hitherto ardently advocated the Poor Law Bill, conceiving that it would prove very beneficial not only to the poor but to the public at large, by establishing a system of strict economy in the management of the poor rates. The intentions of the Legislature, however, are only to be carried into full effect by the selection of men of habits of business, and possessing great practical experience, to whom the powers of the Act of Parliament are to be confided. That selection rests with the rate-payers, and therefore we hope that in Windsor no party consideration will guide the parishioners in the choice of Guardians. Of all subjects it is absolutely necessary that political feelings should not be allowed to interpose and prevent a proper selection of men to have the management of the poor and of the parochial funds; and we hope, that whoever may be chosen, the list will be at all events a judicious one.
The Guardians will hold their first meeting at the Poor House, Windsor, on Wednesday morning, when they are required to appoint a Chairman and Vice-Chairman, and also to fix their periods of meeting - not be less than once a week. At that meeting also, or within a month afterwards they are required to appoint a Clerk to the Board of Guardians, a Treasurer to the Union, (taking proper security for the due discharge of his duties), and one or more relieving officers. The salaries of all those persons are to be fixed by the Poor Law Commissioners. Within the same period the Board are to appoint an Auditor, and they are likewise to contract with one or more medical officers to attend the poor in case of sickness, accident, &c.
Mr. R. G. Barton, Solicitor, and Mr. Long, Jun., are candidates for the situation of Clerk to the Board; and Mr. H. Darvill, Solicitor, and Mr. John Voules, for that of Auditor.
ACCIDENT AT CRANBOURN LODGE.- This afternoon as some of the workmen employed in pulling down Cranbourn Lodge were preparing to throw the wall of a ten stall stable down, the wall suddenly fell and buried two of the workmen in the ruins. The rest of the workmen instantly commenced clearing away the rubbish, and succeeded in rescuing the poor fellows, who were taken to the Crispin dreadfully injured both internally and externally, but fortunately none of their limbs were broken.
THEATRE ROYAL - The theatre has this week been upon the whole well attended, the selections having been of the first order, and proved very attractive. On Monday "Pizarro" was produced. This is one of Sheridan's best pieces, if indeed it is not the very best, and it has the advantage over most others in this respect that it will bear frequent repetition. The characters are nobly drawn, and the piece is full of affecting and touching incidents. Younge makes a good Rolla, and in some of the scenes he displayed great powers; his address to the Peruvians - itself a master piece of eloquence was delivered with much dignity. Miss Penley's personation of the unhappy Elvira was an admirable performance, and fully justifies our former opinion of her powers. Mr. Wood as Pizarro, and Mr. Maddocks as Alonzo sustained their characters very respectably as did the other performers, but Dodd was sadly out of his place in Orozembo; however, in his serious part he gave as much satisfaction as the remembrance of his low comedy characters would allow. Miss Parsloe executed a very pretty pas seul between the pieces. We have often had to admire this young lady's dancing. There is a graceful ease about her which is highly pleasing, and she evidently endeavours to improve in her art. The entertainment closed with the "Man-of-War's Man, or Tom Cringle's Log," which afforded great amusement. Mr. Penley's performance of Tom Cringle was admirable, and Dodd's Gypsey Jack convulsed the House with laughter. On Tuesday Miss R. Penley took a benefit on which occasion we were glad to see a most respectable attendance, as it showed in what estimation this lady and her performances are held. The selection of pieces was also excellent, viz. "Henriette, the Forsaken, " a comic interlude called "The Purse, or the Benevolent Tax," in which Mr. Penley played a favourite character, and "La Somnambula, or the Phantom of the Village," besides a comic song by Mr. Dodd, and a dance by Miss Parsloe. The acting was generally speaking very good, particularly that of Mr. and Miss Penley. On Wednesday the performances were patronised by Her Royal Highness the Princess Augusta. On Thursday Mr. Dodd took his benefit, and were glad to see that he had a "bumper." The house was crowded to overflow in every part. The performances selected for the evening were exceedingly judicious. In the "Provoked Husband" Mr. Younge and Miss Penley were greatly applauded as Lord and Lady Townly, particularly the latter. Dodd's Squire Richard and Miss Merit's Miss Jenny were highly amusing. After that piece Dodd sang "The Overseer" in which he was encored. But the "Lion" of the evening with the audience was the announced "All round my hat" which Dodd delivered in character, and such a character too ! His appearance was grotesque in the extreme. His long eared companion it appeared refused to play his part, and could only be brought to the side wings, where he stayed while his master sang his lament for his "true love." The performances concluded with the "Climbing Boy," in which Dodd performed Jack Rag, and sang very humorously "Mr. and Mrs. Bubb's journey to Brighton." Last evening the performances were under the patronage of the Members for the Borough, both of whom were present. The House was respectably attended, and the performances went off exceedingly well. We perceive by the advertisements that next week will be last for the season, and we hope the exertions of the Manager to conduce to the public amusement will meet with their due reward. On Monday the "Man of War's Man, or Tom Cringle's Log" will be repeated. On Tuesday the performances will be under the patronage of the Mayor and Corporation; on Wednesday it will be a "bespeak" of the Members of the Windsor and Eton Junior Cricket Club; on Thursday the Officers of the Royal Horse Guards will patronise the House, when their excellent band will attend; on Friday Mr. Penley will take a benefit, which we hope will prove a bumper; and on Saturday, the last evening of the season, the entertainments will be under the patronage of Colonel Milman, and the Officers of the Coldstream Guards.
FIRE AT EAST BURNHAM - On Wednesday an alarming fire took place on the farm of Mr. Perryman, of East Burnham. One of the men had been ordered to collect all the couch grass (or rubbish) in a field of 12 acres into a heap, but contrary to his instructions he set it on fire, when, on consequence of the length and dryness of the stubble, the flames spread rapidly across the field, and communicated to four ricks, which consisted of the produce of 40 acres, viz. two ricks of barley from 20 acres, one of wheat from 20 acres, and one of oats from 8 acres. Assistance was immediately obtained to endeavour to stop the progress of the devouring element, and a man was dispatched to Windsor on horseback with the intelligence, when the Windsor engine, as well as that belonging to Messrs. Ramsbottom and Legh, were instantly forwarded by post horses. The Burnham engine was also quickly on the spot, but it was some time before any water could be obtained. At length, by great exertion, the fire was subdued, but not before it had nearly destroyed the four ricks. At one time it was feared that the flames would have spread to the farm yard, in which there were several ricks of corn and hay. The farm yard is situated on the opposite side of the road, and distant from the road about 30 yards. The fire had actually communicated to the hedge on the opposite side of the road, where it was fortunately stopped, or doubtless the whole of the property on the farm would have been destroyed. Mr. Perryman is insured in the County Fire Office, but not to the extent of the loss.
CRICKET.- The return match between the Kingsland Star and the Etonian clubs was played at Kingsland on Tuesday last. As was anticipated, the Kingsland had very much altered their eleven, but not sufficiently to succeed in beating the Etonians, who were again victorious. The bowling of Mr. Davis, of the Kingsland, was good, as was also that of Messrs. Wyatt and Brown, of the Etonian. The batting of Messrs. Hyde, Wyatt, and Brown, and the excellent "fielding" of the Etonians excited general admiration. The lustre of the Kingsland "Star" has by these two matches been very much dimmed, yet are its members nothing daunted, but hope to have the pleasure of meeting and beating their opponents early in the next season. The following is the state of the game which at the termination of the play was given up to the Etonians.
KINGSLAND STAR.
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| Mr. Slade b. by Wyatt | 11 | b. by Wyatt | 0 |
| - Christmas b. by do. | 0 | not out | 0 |
| - Tildesley hit wicket | 20 | not out | 0 |
| - Warner c. by Barksfield | 4 | c. by Hunter | 2 |
| - Karr b. by Wyatt | 3 | | |
| - Carter b. by ditto. | 2 | c. Dodd | 21 |
| -Davis b. by ditto. | 1 | | |
| - Rayner b. by Brown | 3 | b. by J. Hyde | 20 |
| - Wilde h. by ditto. | 1 | b. by Wyatt | 0 |
| - Gardner b. by Wyatt | 0 | b. by ditto | 8 |
| - Jackson not out | 0 | | |
| Byes | 2 | | |
| Wide Balls | 1 | | 1 |
| ----- | | ----- |
| 48 | | 52 |
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ETONIAN.
First Innings.
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| Mr. Hunter b. by Slade | 0 |
| - Barksfield b. by Davis | 2 |
| - J. Hyde run out | 41 |
| - Buckingham b. by Davis | 5 |
| - Wyatt c. by Rayner | 37 |
| - Elliott b. by Warner | 4 |
| - Brown hit wicket | 19 |
| - Dodd c. by Wilde | 1 |
| - Joel b. by Karr | 0 |
| - Swain ran out | 6 |
| - G. Hyde not out | 1 |
| Byes | 7 |
| Wide balls | 6 |
| No balls | 1 |
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| 130 |
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The match for �40 commenced in June, between the Windsor and Eton Junior and Islington Copenhagen clubs, will be played out on Monday next in the Brocas, Eton. Owing to Messrs. Kellner and Byles, the two favourite bowlers of the Junior, being ill and not expected to play, the odds are 10 to 4 against them, the present state of the game being - the Windsor six wickets down for 51 runs. The young members, however, upon whose exertions the chance will in consequence depend, appear very confident, and are determined to fight hard for the laurels : a good match may therefore be expected.
On Tuesday next a cricket match will come off at the White Bear Cricket Ground, Hounslow, between the Hounslow Independent Junior Club, and the Slough Club.
On Thursday morning the 2nd Battalion of the Grenadier Guards left Windsor for the Tower of London, and were replaced by the 2nd Battalion of the Coldstream Guards from Portman-street Barracks.
WINDSOR POLICE.
(Before WM. LEGH, Esq., Mayor; and R. BLUNT, Esq., Justice)
On Monday a man named John Plumridge was charged with stealing a pair of shoes the property of Mr. John Spragg, the wardrobe keeper of the Theatre Royal.
The prisoner it appears had last season been employed by Mr. Spragg, but was discharged; he was however still allowed to go about the theatre for the purpose of going of errands for any one in the establishment. On the 13th August Mr. Spragg missed a pair of shoes from the wardrobe, and not being able to find them he gave information of the robbery to Druce, a peace officer. the prisoner being the last person he should have suspected. On Friday evening Druce saw the prisoner pass the door with a pair of shoes answering the description given him, and upon informing Mr. Spragg the prisoner was taken into custody and the shoes were found on his feet.
The prisoner said he bought the shoes of a man in the market for 5s. 6d., but he did not know that he could find the man again.
He was fully committed for trial.
On Wednesday a man names William Large was charged with assaulting Elizabeth Green.
It appeared that on Sunday evening Mrs. Green, while standing at her door, called to her son to come and assist her in the shop, and before he reached the door the defendant, who was standing at the beer-shop door, kicked and knocked him down. She went out to the assistance of her son, when the defendant knocked her down by a blow on the head. Mrs. Green, and a witness who corroborated her, stated that no provocation whatever was given to the defendant.
The Magistrates fined the defendant 20s. and 14s. Costs.
The defendant, who was a very impudent fellow, said he would not pay any thing.
The MAYOR said then he should be committed for a month.
The defendant said very well, he should go for a month, though if he chose he could pay �40. He thanked the Magistrates, and asked if they could do any thing more for him ?
The fellow was taken off to prison.
EGHAM, Sept. 4. - On Monday a cricket match was played at Egham between 11 of the Egham Magna Charta Club and 11 of the Bagshot Club, for 20 sovereigns a side, which was decided in favour of the former by 44 runs. The return match will be played next Thursday.
CHERTSEY, Sept. 4.- On Friday last an inquest was holden at the Hautboy and Fiddle, Ockham, before Mr. Woods, coroner, and a very respectable Jury, on the body of Mr. Strachan, late of Ripley, who was found drowned in a pool of water on the road-side leading from the River Wey to Ockham Mill. There being no evidence to prove the deceased had committed suicide, a verdict of "Found drowned" was recorded. The deceased, who was much addicted to drinking, had several times within the last year or two attempted to destroy himself by taking poison, but by prompt medical attendance had been restored. The rail which overhung the water was broken, and it is a singular fact that the deceased when found held a pinch of snuff between his finger and thumb, though he must have been in the water all night, these circumstances would lead us to believe that the deceased must have fallen in the water from the breaking of the rail, and it being dark was unable to get out.
On Monday last a cricket match was played at Chertsey between the Chertsey Loyal Club and the Horsley Union Club, Chertsey Loyal, first innings 111; second innings 79 - Total 190. Horsley Union, first innings 44; second innings 69, with three wickets to go down. The match was made to be played out, but the difference being so great the Horsley Club gave in. The Chertsey Club batted well; in the two innings Richard Moir scored 51, Henry Moir 38, James Wallis 28.
UXBRIDGE, Sept. 4.- CORONER'S INQUEST.- For several days past a considerable degree of excitement has occurred here and at Hillingdon, in consequence of the body of a man being found on Uxbridge Moor, under circumstances that created a strong suspicion that he had come unfairly by his death. On Monday, as a labouring man named Thorpe was crossing the Moor near the river Colne, he discovered the body of the unfortunate man, which was lying on the grass. Life had evidently been extinct some considerable time. Thorpe immediately gave information to the parish officers, and the body was removed to the "Straight Billet." The deceased appeared to be about 38 years of age, but very emaciated. He was dressed in a jacket and trousers, with a blue cloth cap; he had neither shoes or stockings on, but they were subsequently discovered on the banks of the river Colne.- no money or papers to discover his identity were found on his person. An inquest was held at the above public-house, before Mr. Stirling, the coroner, when it was stated in evidence, that the deceased had been seen at Hillingdon a day or two previously, at which time he carried a bundle, and it was generally supposed that he was travelling to some distant part of the country. The body underwent an examination by a medical man, who was unable to account for death, otherwise than from natural causes, there being no marks of external violence apparent. The Jury endeavoured to elicit whether the deceased had been seen in company with any party, but such could not be established. One of the parish officers said that it was their intention to publish hand bills, describing the person and dress of the poor man, in the hope that it might lead to a discovery of who he was. The coroner observed that such would unquestionably be desirable. Much conjecture might be formed as to the death of the man, but as the matter stood, there could be difficulty in the verdict - "That the deceased was found dead - but how he came by his death, or in the situation he was found, there was no evidence to the Jury."
MARRIED.
On the 1st instant, at Hillingdon, by the Rev. Geo. Hale, Mr. Thos. Man Lake, of Uxbridge, to Miss Elizabeth Metcalfe, daughter of the late Mr. Joseph Metcalfe, of Trench Hill, near Ravensworth Castle, county of Durham.
Same day, Mr. Masters, to Maria, eldest daughter of Mr. Watson, both of Uxbridge.
DIED.
On the 31st ult, John, the infant son of Mr. Thomas Cleave, of Sheet-street, Windsor, aged 6 months.
On the 1st instant, in the Lower Court, Windsor Castle, after a long and severe illness, which she bore with Christian patience and resignation, Loruhamah, wife of Lieut. Samuel Ragg, Military Knight of Windsor, in the 63rd year of her age, sincerely regretted by all who knew her.
Same day, at Chobham Place, Lucy, daughter of Samuel Thornton, Esq many years Member of Parliament for Surrey.
On the 3rd instant, at Uxbridge, Mrs. Eliz. Harris, wife of Jas. S.A. Harris, Esq., in her 78th year.
MONEY.
SEVERAL large and small sums ready to be advanced immediately on approved security - Apply to Mr. Cole, Solicitor, Chertsey, Surrey.
TO SPORTSMEN AND OTHERS.
TAKE NOTICE
THAT all Qualified and other Persons are hereby cautioned not to Sport or Shoot over the MANOR of WINKFIELD and ASCOT or ESCOT, in the County of Berks, belonging to Miss. Ferard; and that all Persons so offending, after this Notice, will be dealt with according to the Law.
GAME NOTICE - PARISH OF WINKFIELD.
ALL Persons are hereby cautioned, not to SPORT or SHOOT over the Lands belonging to me in the above Parish, without my consent in writing; and any Person found Trespassing after this Notice, will be dealt with according to the Law.
EDMUND WATLING.
August 29th, 1835.
TO FARMERS AND LANDED PROPRIETORS.
WILLIAM THOMAS BUCKLAND,
WRAYSBURY, BUCKS,
TAKES this opportunity of informing his Friends and the Public at large, that he has commenced as a LAND-SURVEYOR, and APPRAISER of FARMING STOCK, and trusts that, having had several years experience in the above branches, he shall receive that share of their patronage and support which it will ever be his earnest endeavour, by strict attention and punctuality, to acquire.
Estates Surveyed, Drawn, and Valued.
N.B. Farming Stock of all kinds Appraised with the greatest care - All Letters addressed as above, will be promptly attended to.
TO BE SOLD (price moderate), an easy low PHAETON, of an olive colour, adapted for one horse, with a barouche seat, apron, &c. complete chaise seat, drop box and lamps, lined with drab cloth, green morocco, squabs and cushions, curtains to the head, with lights in ditto; the tire to the wheels is lately new, and fit for immediate use, and may be seen by application to Mr. Pasmore, Coach-maker, Sheet-street, Windsor.
MR. DE BURGH'S HUNT.
CAPITAL STABLING TO LET, at COWLEY, about a mile and half from the Kennel, abundance of excellent Water : a House may be had if required, partly Furnished, rent not an object, eight or nine bed-rooms, three sitting ditto, Billiard ditto.
For Particulars apply to Mr. Humphrey's, Corn-dealer, Cowley.
TO BE LET, WITH IMMEDIATE POSSESSION,
A PRIVATE RESIDENCE, in Thames-street, WINDSOR : containing two Sitting-rooms, four Bed-rooms, Kitchen, &c. &c.
For further Particulars, inquire of Mr. T.A. Moore, Thames-street, Windsor.
CLEWER HOUSE TO BE LET.
FURNISHED,
THIS spacious RESIDENCE, with extensive pleasure grounds and walled gardens, double coach-house, and stabling for eleven horses, either with or without the paddock of five acres.
For particulars apply to Mr. Dash, Star and Garter Inn, Windsor.
TO SURVEYORS, BUILDERS, AND OTHERS.
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN,
THAT the Board of Guardians of the Cookham Union are desirous of receiving Plans for Building a Workhouse for the accommodation of 200 persons with estimate of the probable expense of carrying the same into execution, directed to them at my office, on or before the 8th day of September next. The Board propose to pay the person who shall furnish the best Plan the sum of Ten Pounds, unless he should become the contractor for the erection of the building.
Further particulars may be had on application to me, if by letter, post-paid.
W.J. WARD, Clerk.
Maidenhead, August 20, 1835.